In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, Webster and Ron welcome back Umesh Baheti, SVP of Product and Engineering at MaxLite, to dive deep into the evolving world of lighting controls and smart building integration. Here's what you'll discover:

🏢 Trends in Lighting Controls

🔗 BMS & HVAC Integration

🔐 Cybersecurity & Data Strategy

💡 The Future of Smart Lighting

Watch this episode for insights on how lighting controls are transforming buildings into smarter, more efficient spaces.

Connect with Umesh:

www.linkedin.com/in/umeshsbaheti

Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com, www.maxlite.com/cmax

Tired of garage-sale trainings and overpromised systems? So is John Wilson. In this episode, we dive into how he's revolutionizing lighting controls education with hands-on demo boards, utility-backed workshops, and brutally honest market insights.

💥 What’s Inside:

👀 Watch now to rethink how we teach, sell, and deploy lighting controls.

Connect with John: 

Http://www.fernhillshopworks.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernhillshopworks 

Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com

What if lighting education wasn’t just theory—but full-contact? In this episode, Bruce Clark, the “Lighting Sherpa” himself, returns to unveil the Lighting Excellence Dojo—a hands-on, immersive training ground where lighting pros don’t just talk the talk… they throw the punch.

🔥 What’s Inside:

💥 Tired of “glare bombs” and cookie-cutter installs? This episode is your call to level up.

🔗 Dive in. Get inspired. And maybe… throw a few punches of your own.

Sponsor: mwConnect, mwconnect.us

What do DMX512, LP6, LP16, and RP42 have in common? Mitch Hefter. In this powerhouse episode, the legendary standards-maker returns to break down the protocols, practices, and pitfalls of lighting controls — from entertainment tech to architectural chaos.

💡 Highlights include:

Whether you're a designer, distributor, or just tired of guessing what “line voltage dimmable” really means — this episode is your decoder ring.

🔗 Learn more about Mitch’s consulting work and the standards mentioned at mitchhefter.com

#LightingControls #DMX512 #LP6 #LP16 #RP42 #LightingDesign #DimmingDrama #Podcast

Connect with Mitch:

NEC: nfpa.org/70

usitt.org

esta.org

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-hefter

Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com, @maxlite

In this episode, we welcome back Nathan Williams—lighting controls expert and founder of Williams Lighting Control Services—for a deep dive into the real-world challenges and triumphs of lighting control systems. From daylighting dilemmas to commissioning chaos, Nathan shares boots-on-the-ground insights that every designer, technician, and stakeholder needs to hear.

🔥 Topics Covered:

💬 “If you can tell a light is off, your daylighting is dead wrong.” — Nathan Williams

#LightingControls #Podcast #NathanWilliams #Daylighting #Commissioning #SmartBuildings #LightingDesign #LCA #MaxLite #NAILD

Connect with Nathan:

www.LinkedIn.com/in/Nathan-Williams-LightingControls

Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com, @maxlite

Carol Jones has seen the lighting industry from every angle—design, standards, mentorship, and advocacy. In this episode, she reflects on her journey from engineering to lighting leadership, including her pivotal role in advancing DALI. 

 💬 What you'll hear: 

- Carol’s early career and transition into lighting 

 - Her work with IES and the development of TM-30 color metrics 

 - Why DALI matters for designers and how it’s evolved 

- Advice for emerging professionals in lighting 

 Carol’s perspective on DALI isn’t just technical—it’s about giving designers more creative control and flexibility. If you care about lighting controls, design freedom, or building a more inclusive industry, this episode is for you. 

 #LightingDesign #CarolJones #DALI #WomenInLighting #Podcast #WILD #TM30 #IES #designleadership  

 Connect with Carol: www.linkedin.com/in/caroljones-beyondlight 

 Sponsor: DALI Alliance, dali-alliance.org

In this episode, we welcome back Bryan Lussier—Lead Control Specialist at Apex Lighting and President of DLF New England—to talk all things Boston Lights, New England’s premier lighting design and technology show.

🔥 What’s Inside:

📍 Event Details: 🗓️ October 28, 2025
📍 Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
🎟️ FREE admission to the show floor
💬 CEU-accredited seminars, live interviews, and 140+ vendors!

🔗 Learn more at BostonLights.org

Be a part of the audience for an exclusive Boston Lights recording of the Lighting Controls Podcast.

#LightingControls #BostonLights #SmartLighting #LightingDesign #Podcast #LightingIndustry #DLFNewEngland #MWConnect #LightingControlsAcademy #Architecture #Engineering #DesignInnovation

Connect with Bryan: linkedin.com/in/bslussier 

https://www.apexlightingsolutions.com 

https://twitter.com/bslussier 

Https://www.facebook.com/ApexLightingSolutions 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/apex-lighting-solutions/ 

https://www.instagram.com/apexlighting_apexbuilding 

Sponsor: mwConnect, www.mwconnect.us

In this illuminating episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, we welcome Scott Rosenfeld, lighting designer at the Smithsonian Institution, for a deep dive into the art and science of museum lighting. Scott shares his journey from theatrical lighting to designing systems that protect priceless artifacts while enhancing the visitor experience.

Discover how Bluetooth-enabled lighting controls are transforming historic buildings, why lighting design is as much about art as it is about technology, and how Scott balances conservation with innovation in some of the world’s most iconic museums. From the challenges of retrofitting century-old architecture to the subtle power of light in storytelling, this episode features insights for designers, tech enthusiasts, and museum lovers alike.

#LightingDesign #MuseumLighting #Smithsonian #SmartLighting #BluetoothControls #LightingControlsPodcast #DesignInnovation #PreservationThroughTechnology #humancentriclighting

Connect with Scott: 

Https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-rosenfeld-fies-77b84412/ 

Sponsor: MaxLite, maxlite.com

Welcome back to the Lighting Controls Podcast! In this powerhouse episode, we’re joined by two industry legends, Gary Meshberg and Harold Jepsen, who dive deep into the evolving world of lighting controls and the groundbreaking new Sequence of Operations Matrix.

🔍 What’s the Matrix? The Sequence of Operations Matrix is a free, editable Excel-based design tool developed by the Lighting Controls Association to simplify and standardize lighting control documentation. It’s built to help designers, engineers, contractors, and commissioning agents clearly communicate lighting control intent—space by space, system by system.

🔥 What’s Inside:

Whether you're a designer, engineer, contractor, or just lighting-curious, this episode is filled with insights.

Connect with Gary: 

Https://www.linkedin.com/in/garymeshberg/ 

Connect with Harold: 

Https://www.linkedin.com/in/harold-jepsen-p-e-well-ap/ 

Sponsor: MaxLite, www.maxlite.com

In this insightful episode, we welcome back Lyn Gomes—MEP Coordinator and President of the Building Commissioning Association—for a deep dive into the complexities of lighting controls, commissioning, and project coordination.

🔧 Topics Covered:

💡 Whether you're a designer, contractor, or building owner, this episode offers practical advice and real-world examples to help you avoid costly change orders and ensure project success.

Don’t miss the upcoming Building Commissioning Association Conference:
🗓️ October 22–24 | 📍 Pittsburgh, PA 

https://www.bcxa.org/conference/

Connect with Lyn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyngomes/ 

Sponsor:

mwConnect

www.mwconnect.us